Philippe Gaulier had a huge impact on theatre – but his 'embrace the ridiculous' lesson is one for us all

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Philippe Gaulier was an educator, not a performer. His method was one of "embrace the ridiculous," teaching students to revel in their unique individuality and find humor in the mundane. This philosophy has influenced generations of comedians, including Sacha Baron Cohen, Emma Thompson, and Roberto Benigni.

Gaulier's approach emphasized playfulness and alertness, allowing his students to connect with audiences on a deeper level. He instilled in them the joy of being alive in the moment and celebrating their own ridiculousness. This approach has led to a new breed of performers who are not just entertainers but also true artists.

The list of Gaulier-trained individuals is impressive, including renowned actors like Kathryn Hunter and Rachel Weisz. His impact extends beyond comedy, as his graduates have brought a sense of privilege and pleasure to their performances in both comedy and drama.

Gaulier's legacy will live on through the many comedians, actors, and performers he has inspired. His emphasis on embracing our individuality and finding humor in everyday life is a lesson we can all learn from. As he said, "This ees boring. Eet ees so shit!" – a mantra that reminds us to never take ourselves too seriously and to always find the humor in life's absurdities.
 
just read about philippe gaulier 😂 his approach to teaching is so inspiring! i think it's amazing how he encouraged students to be themselves and not afraid of being a little quirky 🤪 it's something we can all learn from, especially in this day and age where everyone's trying to fit into a certain mold. Gaulier's legacy is definitely one for the ages 👏
 
I was just thinking about how my kids' school is getting more artsy and I'm all for it! They're encouraged to be weird and express themselves, which is actually really healthy 😊. It reminds me of this one teacher from my own school days who made learning so much fun - we used to do these crazy skits in class that were just ridiculous but somehow worked 🤣. Now I see how his method influenced all those famous comedians... it's like, I get why they're funny now! The more I think about it, the more I think our society should be more embracing of individuality and playfulness... we could all use a bit more laughter in life 😂.
 
I'm not sure if it's weird or what but I think what Gaulier did is kinda genius 🤓 His approach to comedy and acting is all about being true to yourself and having fun with it, which is something we can all get on board with 😂 It's like, life's too short to be boring, right? And his students have gone on to do some amazing stuff - I mean, who wouldn't want to be inspired by someone who says "This ees boring. Eet ees so shit!" 🤣
 
Wow 😂🤣 this guy Philippe Gaulier was like a comedy genius or something! His method of making people laugh through embracing their weirdness is still influencing comedians today and that's so cool 🤩. I love how his philosophy has helped create a new breed of performers who are not just funny but also genuine artists 💫. It's interesting to see how he's had such an impact on actors like Kathryn Hunter and Rachel Weisz too 🎭. His legacy is all about not taking yourself too seriously and finding humor in everyday life, which I think we can all learn from 😊.
 
omg i cant believe philippe gaulier was actually an educator first lol like who knew his comedy method came from teaching students to be funny with their quirks? 🤣 he sounds like my drama teacher mr j but way more cool 😎 anyway i feel bad that his method is often linked to just being a performer but its so much more than that, its about finding joy in everyday life and not taking yourself too seriously 👍
 
I think it's kinda funny that people are still bringing up Gaulier's school of thought years after he passed away 🤣. I mean, his approach was all about celebrating our quirks and having a good time, which is something we can all get behind. But what really gets me is how he influenced so many talented folks in the comedy world... like Sacha Baron Cohen! 😂 I love how his students were encouraged to be true originals, not just tryouts for some big-name role. And can you believe he's still making waves after all these years? 🌊 It's crazy to think about how his "embrace the ridiculous" philosophy has stuck with people like Emma Thompson and Rachel Weisz too... they're proof that it works! 💫
 
omg I'm still learning about Philippe Gaulier 🤯! I mean, who knew being weird was actually a superpower 🤪? His method is sooo relatable, like when my friends are all trying to be "cool" and then we end up laughing at each other's silly outfits 😂. And the fact that he inspired people like Sacha Baron Cohen and Emma Thompson is just mind-blowing! Their comedy style would've been so different without Gaulier's influence 🤔.

I also love how his approach isn't just about being funny, but about finding joy in everyday life. Like, who says you can't find humor in a mundane task? 🎉 And it's amazing to see the impact he had on both comedy and drama performances - Kathryn Hunter and Rachel Weisz are such talented actresses! 💫 Gaulier's legacy is def one to learn from, especially in these crazy times where we need more laughter and positivity 😊.
 
I'm not sure I buy into this whole "embrace your ridiculousness" thing 🤔. Sounds like just another fad to me. What's next, is everyone supposed to start doing stand-up comedy as a career because they watched some old guy's method? I mean, don't get me wrong, Sacha Baron Cohen and Emma Thompson are both talented performers, but is Gaulier's approach really the secret to their success? Seems like a lot of hype to me 🙃. And what about all the people who just aren't funny? Are they supposed to be encouraged to be ridiculous too? 🤷‍♂️ I'll stick to my skepticism 😒
 
I feel like his approach would be so helpful for our school's drama club, you know when we're stuck on a script and it's just all serious all the time? Adding some "embrace the ridiculous" vibes could make it way more fun to perform! 🤣 My friend Emma did a solo act last year where she made fun of herself being super nervous before a performance, it was hilarious and really showed how not taking yourself seriously can be refreshing. We should totally try incorporating that into our school's shows! 👏
 
can you believe how influential philippe gaulier was? I mean, it's not just about being funny or entertaining, he actually helped shape people's perspectives on life & art 🤣. his approach is still so relevant today - finding joy in the mundane & celebrating individuality... that's something we can all get behind! and look at the list of people he trained - iconic performers like rachael weisz and kathryn hunter 🙌. his legacy will live on, inspiring future generations to stay playful & true to themselves 💖.
 
I'm not sure I agree with this whole "Gaulier was an educator" thing... 🤔 I mean, sure, he taught some funny people, but didn't he also make fun of himself and the world around him? Like, his own words say it best: "This ees boring. Eet ees so shit!" 😂 It feels like he was more about poking fun at the norms than just teaching a method. Anyways, I do think his approach is important for finding humor in everyday life, even if we're not all comedians 🤷‍♂️
 
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